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RV59 UUE

2010 Ford Kuga · Diesel · 1997cc

Black Registered in Reading, Reading · 16 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelKuga
Year2010
FuelDiesel
Engine1997cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2010 Ford Kuga Diesel 1997cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 108,175 miles on the clock, averaging 6,423 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDCi engine is known for g6dg. Common Ford Kuga issues include battery drain from parasitic electrical draw and rear suspension knocking.

MOT & Mileage History for RV59 UUE

MOT Status
Due date passed
108,175
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2013
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
6,423

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading108,175 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,267
Average per year6,423
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RV59 UUE 28k48k68k88k108k '13'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage108,175 miles
Since last MOT+6,267 miles
PASS
Mileage101,908 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,908 miles
Since last MOT+4,550 miles
PASS
Mileage97,358 miles
Since last MOT+5,065 miles
PASS
Mileage92,293 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,293 miles
Since last MOT+4,168 miles
PASS
Mileage88,125 miles
Since last MOT+3,558 miles
PASS
Mileage84,567 miles
Since last MOT+4,887 miles
PASS
Mileage79,680 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,680 miles
Since last MOT+7,670 miles
PASS
Mileage72,010 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,010 miles
Since last MOT+7,064 miles
PASS
Mileage64,946 miles
Since last MOT+8,317 miles
PASS
Mileage56,629 miles
Since last MOT+5,811 miles
PASS
Mileage50,818 miles
Since last MOT+5,995 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,823 miles
Since last MOT+7,045 miles
PASS
Mileage37,778 miles
Since last MOT+10,242 miles
PASS
Mileage27,536 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Ford Kuga

These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Kuga models (2008–2012), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Battery drain from parasitic electrical draw

Faulty modules (like alarm or body control unit) or corroded earth straps keep drawing power when parked, flattening the battery overnight. · Typical repair: £100-250 (new battery + diag/earth clean; £400 if module fault).

Rear suspension knocking (trailing arm bushes and anti-roll bar links)

Rubber bushes on rear trailing arms and droplinks wear prematurely, causing play. · Typical repair: £200-400 (bushes + links, both sides; poly bushes optional for longevity).

Power window regulator failure (front doors)

Plastic runners/gears in door regulators snap from age/use, window drops or won't move. · Typical repair: £150-300 per door (regulator swap, indy garage).

Heater matrix leak (cooling system, non-engine)

Plastic end tanks crack, coolant leaks into cabin via HVAC. · Typical repair: £400-700 (matrix + dash removal, often 6-8hr job).

G6DG

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV59 UUE
MakeFord
ModelKuga
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1997cc
Year2010
First registered
Area codeRV — Reading, Reading
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

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About RV59 UUE

What car is RV59 UUE?

RV59 UUE is an black Ford Kuga, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Reading in 2010.

What is the mileage of RV59 UUE?

The last recorded mileage for RV59 UUE was 108,175 miles, recorded on 6 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RV59 UUE passed its MOT?

RV59 UUE has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Aug 2025.

Is RV59 UUE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV59 UUE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2010, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is RV59 UUE?

RV59 UUE is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.